FICO Holds Free Virtual Financial Education Event for Memphis

“Score A Better Future,” the national event series led by FICO, the leading credit scoring company, is coming to Memphis, TN in an interactive conference format on Wednesday, February 24 from 12:00-1:15pm CST.

The event series focuses on helping consumers improve their understanding of their credit and overall financial health. Consumers will learn from credit experts what the key ingredients are that make up the FICO® Score, and the myths and facts about FICO Scores, which are used in more than 90 percent of lending decisions (Mercator Advisory Group Analyst Report 2018).

Whether you are new to credit, preparing to purchase a home, planning your retirement, or concerned about protecting your financial health from the impact of the COVID virus, knowledge is power. You will learn firsthand from FICO experts what are the key ingredients in the FICO® Score, common characteristics of consumers that are FICO® Score high-achievers and get your questions answered. This free interactive session led by FICO will also cover the myths and facts about FICO® Scores and how to build and protect your credit. Score A Better Future events are completely free. Capacity is limited, so we highly recommend that you register online now to reserve your spot. You will also have a chance to win a $100 gift card simply by attending the event!

The event will also host guest speaker, Joanne Gaskin. Ms. Gaskin oversees the FICO Scores regulatory practice and is responsible for the strategic direction of FICO’s analytic solutions and partnerships serving the mortgage industry and capital market space. In her role, Ms. Gaskin works globally in partnership with financial institutions and regulatory agencies to support making better decision to drive growth, profitability and customer satisfaction. She is driven by the positive impact that FICO makes on the lives of consumers by working collaboratively with the financial services industry. With more than 25 years in financial services, she has led analytic and product development efforts which has led to several patents being awarded for new analytic methodologies. Prior to joining FICO, Ms. Gaskin served as President and CEO of Auto Club Trust FSB, and Executive Vice President with Michigan National Bank.

Additionally, FICO has partnered with Operation HOPE to provide attendees with the opportunity to make appointments for free one-on-one credit coaching from non-profit financial well-being coaches to help attendees develop a plan to address their financial goals.

Other partners for the event include:

• Consumer Action
• Convergence Memphis United for Housing Affordability
• Diversified Resource Network
• JUICE
• Memphis Urban League
• National Association of Real Estate Brokers
• National Association of Women Business Owners
• National Consumers League
• National Urban League
• Tennessee Housing Development Agency
• United States Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

For more event details and to register, please visit: Score a Better Future Memphis.